Egypt pilots self-service kiosks for investor documents

Egypt has launched a pilot program for self-service kiosks designed to give investors 24-hour access to official company documents, according to a Daily News Egypt report. Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid announced the initiative at the Cairo ICT 2026 technology trade show as part of efforts to simplify government services for businesses.

The kiosks will print certified copies of articles of association, incorporation certificates and sole proprietorship establishment documents. Users will verify their identities through Egyptian national identification cards or foreign passports, with biometric checks and facial recognition used to match personal information. The process is designed to eliminate the need for staff assistance.

Mohamed Awad, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones, said the authority plans to introduce the kiosks gradually across its 15 investor service centers and other government facilities handling investment services. The authority also is preparing a document delivery service with Egypt Post, targeting delivery to investors' chosen addresses within the same business day.